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Fourme de Laguiole

HardCow MilkFrance, AubracNONE

An ancient uncooked pressed cheese related to Laguiole AOP, made in the Aubrac plateau from raw cow milk in traditional buron huts.

Aging Time

4 months – 1 year

Style: Hard
Milk: Cow
Origin: France · Aubrac
Ripening: ≥ 4 months

Tasting Board

Texture

Firm, dense, straw-colored

Flavor

Earthy, grassy, nutty

Nutrition (per 100g)

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